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Avoid Profit Loss: Get Ahead of 2025 NMFC Freight Class Changes

Written by beedash on June 16, 2025. Posted in eCommerce, News.

Preparing for 2025 Freight Class ChangesThis article is presented in partnership with Kuehne+Nagel, a leading global logistics provider supporting the foodservice equipment industry.LTL shipping costs hinge on one core concept: freight class. On July 19, 2025, NMFTA’s Docket 2025‑1 will convert over 3,000 commodity codes—more than 500 of which are foodservice equipment—from “static” classes (like all refrigeration at Class 150) into a density-only system. This change means each item’s pounds‑per‑cubic‑foot (PCF) will largely determine its new freight class (50–400), potentially...

The Quiet Tech Revolution in Foodservice Equipment Sales

Written by beedash on April 1, 2025. Posted in eCommerce, Industry Buzz, News, PIM Corestack.

The Quiet Revolution in Foodservice Equipment SoftwareIf you’re running a foodservice equipment dealership, I don’t need to tell you things have changed. You’ve felt it. Customer expectations have shifted, and the days of managing everything through a spreadsheet and a handshake are fading. The catalogs are larger, and simply listing products isn’t enough anymore. Dealers, vendors, and distributors alike are being pushed to adopt foodservice equipment software that delivers rich, accurate information—organized, visual, and easy to navigate. I run a business too, and I face the same...

Middleby Brands Now Available in Corestack PIM

Written by beedash on February 25, 2025. Posted in News.

Middleby Brands Now Available in CorestackExpand Your Catalog with Industry-Leading BrandsBeedash is excited to announce that 42 Middleby brands are now fully integrated into Corestack, giving dealers seamless access to an extensive selection of industry-leading foodservice equipment. With this update, you can now efficiently manage product listings with accurate, up-to-date specifications, pricing, and content from Middleby’s trusted brands. With Middleby’s extensive product lineup, you can:Quickly add new products to your catalog Ensure accurate pricing and specifications with...

Driving Innovation and Growth in 2025

Written by beedash on January 24, 2025. Posted in News.

Driving Innovation and Growth in 2025The foodservice equipment and supply industry is evolving rapidly, presenting both challenges and opportunities for businesses to thrive. At Beedash, we’ve spent 2024 identifying industry shifts, refining our tools, and collaborating with our customers to address their most pressing needs. As we step into 2025, we are committed to delivering solutions that empower your business to succeed in a dynamic landscape.Building on 2024: Milestones That MatterLast year, Beedash achieved significant milestones that have paved the way for growth in 2025....

A letter from the President 2024

Written by beedash on December 2, 2024. Posted in Industry Buzz, Inside the Hive, News.

A Letter From the PresidentEmpowering growth through partnerships and technology in Foodservice Supply A letter from the President, Kari WhittemoreDear Community, Partners, Clients, and Team,As we approach the close of another transformative year, I want to reflect on our journey and express my heartfelt gratitude. At Beedash, our mission is clear: empowering growth through technology in Foodservice. This year, the strength of our partnerships and the innovation behind our solutions have driven remarkable progress. One of the highlights of 2024 has been our Grow Together...

A Letter From the President

Written by beedash on October 11, 2023. Posted in Industry Buzz, Inside the Hive, News.

10 Years of Food Equipment InnovationDear Community, Partners, Clients and Team,As I write this letter marking the 10th anniversary of Beedash, I feel an overwhelming sense of gratitude and pride. Reaching this milestone fills me with joy and deep satisfaction.A decade ago, I saw a pressing need among small and mid-sized Food Equipment and Supply (FES) dealers. They lacked effective, streamlined, and accessible solutions for managing product information. This inspired the creation of Beedash. Today, we stand as a thriving company, built on that initial vision.At the...

Flowchart illustrating the process of managing product information with Corestack PIM software.

Announcing New Corestack Product Content API

Written by beedash on February 20, 2023. Posted in News.

This cost-effective and easy-to-manage API delivers catalog details to the tools you use daily.Corestack offers a convenient and affordable API that simplifies catalog management and seamlessly integrates with your everyday tools. Say goodbye to time-consuming spreadsheets and enjoy a well-organized and user-friendly product catalog. With Corestack’s Pricing Manager, you can easily configure and set prices for your customer-specific product catalogs. The precision synchronization of your product catalogs across your entire business enhances sales capabilities and eliminates...

Congress to Consider Bills Creating Public Supply Chain Database

Written by beedash on February 22, 2022. Posted in News.

Over the past two years, the global COVID-19 pandemic has created numerous challenges for the foodservice equipment supply industry. In recent months, supply chain disruptions have emerged as one of the most significant challenges to the industry. According to the Foodservice Equipment Distributors Association, more than 90% of restaurants are paying higher food costs and 95% experienced supply delays in the last three months of 2021. Additionally, about 75% of restaurants have had to change their menus because of delays in receiving food items.

Place1SEO is now Beedash

Written by beedash on January 4, 2022. Posted in News.

PLACE1SEO REBRANDS TO PROVIDE A NEW AND VERSATILE SOFTWARE SUITE FOR THE FES INDUSTRY[Bonita Springs, FL] – Place1SEO, a leading provider in the Foodservice Equipment and Supply (FES) industry, recently announced the strategic rebrand of its existing company from Place1SEO to Beedash. Beedash’s industry-encompassing product database coupled with its online management platform allows current and future FES dealers to manage comprehensive product information optimized for online listing. This announcement comes at a time when the foodservice industry has experienced dynamic...